Follow American Idol on Twitter

There are so many fake twitter accounts... so how can you tell which American Idol contestants are on Twitter and which account to follow?

Look no further :)

Here is a list of the latest American Idol twitter accounts.

American Idol News: @idolNews
Kris Allen - @KrisAllen4Real - Confirmed By Ryan Seacrest's Twitter @ryanseacrest
Adam Lambert - @therealGlambert - Confirmed By Ryan Seacrest's Twitter @ryanseacrest
Danny Gokey - @dannygokey
Allison Iraheta - @Allison4Realzzz
Matt Giraud - @MGiraudOfficial
Anoop Desai - @AnoopDoggDesai
Michael Sarver - @michaelsarver1
Jasmine Murray - @Jasmine__Murray
Alexis Grace - @agcruc
Megan Joy - @Meganjoysings
Scott Macintyre - @IdolScott

Happy following!

Predicting the Winner for American Idol 2009

I've been watching Twitter for the past few days tracking the contestants of American Idol. Based on what has been happening there, I would have to predict Adam Lambert as the next American Idol. Adam is mentioned at least twice as many times as Danny Gokey, and Kris Allen is getting up there in mentions as well. Now, I can't say every post is positive, but it is obvious who is getting the press and attention.

Obviously if Adam Lambert is the winner, it will be an interesting challenge for producers to help him create an album that is mainstream enough, but he most likely would do very well.

BUT, I would rather than Danny Gokey be the next American Idol - as I think he truly connects to people on an emotional level and I like his "real-ness" and "humility." I also love his voice and for sure will be buying his album when it comes out.

So review of tonight's elimination.

Last night I predicted the bottom three to be Scott MacIntyre, Anoop Desai, and Lil Rounds.

The bottom three: Anoop Desai, Scott MacIntyre, and Lil Rounds. -- Wow - 3 for 3.

I predicted Scott would be going home - it was close between Scott and Anoop (only 30,000 votes difference), but Scott ended up at the bottom and will be going home. The judges were split on whether or not to keep him around with the "save" but it came down to making a decision and Simon chose to make it the end of the competition. We all wish Scott luck in his future endeavors.

American Idol - One more gone

I do love American Idol, but I am getting a little bored by the lip sync group numbers. It looks so fake. Is this what we can expect for the American Idol tour? Come on. Maybe they sound horrible together. Who knows. But you'd think that since American Idol is claiming they are LIVE, they would actually be LIVE.

David Cook proved why he was the winner from last season. He did a great job! This is a nice platform to launch new singles - I bet David Cook's latest single will be the top download on iTunes soon. So... even though I really liked David Archuleta better last season and I could listen to him sing all the time, David Cook I think is more main-stream. But I did want to cut the drummer's hair - that has got to be distracting to have it in your face so you can't see. Several of the guitar players could have used a nice trim as well. :)

Ahhhh. My laptop is almost out of battery and I left my power cord at work.... hopefully I can get this done and posted before it shuts down.

The bottom three: Megan Joy (when she flapped her arms and cawed going to the chairs I was really embarrassed for her -- what in the world what that? certainly not something a star would be doing), Allison Iraheta (I was surprised by that one), and Anoop Desai (not a huge surprise). Sending Allison back to safety was obvious.

I do feel bad for Megan - but I think America got it right in sending her home. She had a good start by being quirky and different, but it became strange and I think it was her time to go. I still think she's a really cute girl and seems like a darling mother. I'm glad she took a risk and at least gave it a shot.

American Idol - Top 9 Reviews

Well -- American Idol contestants performed some of the most popular downloaded songs on iTunes.

First, I have to comment about the performing order. I'm not sure how they select the order of contestants to perform, but obviously those who go later in the competition seem to have an advantage.

Second, Simon -- I love you and think you're right most of the time, but WHAT IS UP WITH YOUR HAIR? Holy cow... it looks SO bad! ("Not to be rude." haha). It was kind of a flat top tonight but parted down the middle. It reminded me of the parting of the Red Sea from the 10 Commandments. :)

Here are my comments about tonight's American Idol (I would love to hear your opinions as well):

Anoop Desai: Usher "Caught Up". Anoop is a good singer. I didn't like the performance nor the song choice for him, and he seemed like he was trying to be intense. It didn't come across well for me. Simon's comment that it was "a complete and utter mess" I thought was a bit harsh, but I did agree that it didn't really work for him. I predict he will be in the bottom 3 this week.

Megan Joy: Bob Marley "Turn Your Lights Down Low". I actually liked Megan during the auditions and I know some who love her. I think she's a darling girl, but she is beginning to feel stagnant and I can't wait for her performances to be over. She could have potential and if she could really find her niche and make everything her own, she would do better. I did not like her song choice this week at all. It felt really flat. Simon said, "boring, indulgent monotonous." Randy "like watching paint dry." I do think if her response had been humble and funny rather than a flippant comment she may have a chance to stay, but as it is, unless someone else really messes up, I think she's at risk for going home. I think she'll be in the bottom 3 for sure.

Danny Gokey: Rascal Flatts "What Hurts the Most". I love him. Have I said before that I love him? (Big grin). He is SO REAL. That is what I love the most. I actually got goosebumps during his performance. The crowd seemed to feel it too and Cara nailed it when she commented "you moved everyone in this room emotionally." Even Simon loved him "It was your best performance of the season." This is one I'll for sure buy.

Allison Iraheta: No Doubt "Don't Speak". So I didn't like this one at all. It felt like she was yelling the song and even Simon commented similarly. She really can sing and I think she's safe this week, but I didn't think there was any real connection.

Scott MacIntyre: Billy Joel "Just the Way You Are." I really like Billy Joel and this song, but it was kind of painful to listen tonight. I actually like Scott as a person (not that I know him, but I like what he seems to be). However, I have a hard time listening to him sing - it feels to me like the same tone and feeling through every single song - no dynamics and the tone is not my favorite. BUT... it's personal taste here, because he obviously can sing. Just not someone that I would ever pay to hear sing. Since he was in the bottom 3 last week, I actually think he could go home this week, and possibly end up keeping Megan in the competition.

Matt Giraud: The Fray "You Found Me". I found Matt's performance down in the audience surrounded by fans a bit strange. I didn't really like the song that much, but he did a good job. I just didn't think it showcased him very much. Simon "I didn't get it at all. Very uptight." I actually did agree with Simon in the fact that he seemed to not really be himself - more like trying to be someone else. I wonder if since Matt was in the bottom three last week, if his fans will band together to keep him here another week. He really is talented, but I do wonder if he has found a fan base that will be loyal enough to keep him around.

Lil Rounds: Celine Dion "I Surrender". When Lil started to sing, I was worried. I thought it was going to be a mess. But she actually did a really good job. I was impressed. My concern for her is that she may not have enough of a "Lil Rounds" flavor in everything she does - she kind of becomes what she is singing, rather than taking the song and making it "Lil". She really can sing though! "Your personality is being sucked out of you" (Simon). Lil's daughter is darling - and hugging Randy was priceless. That actually may end up keeping Lil around (haha).

Adam Lambert: Wild Cherries "Play that Funky Music". I actually love this song, but "ick" is all I can say. Obviously Adam made it completely his style (felt like something you might see Mick Jagger or even Twisted Sister or some hard rock group doing, but again, I did not like it at all. His performance felt like he was just screaming it - he can hit crazy notes. I am sure others will love it - but I absolutely hated it! Funny that Paula mentioned Mick Jagger and Stephen Tyler. He is so cute and I really want to like him, but I just can't. Obviously he is going to be wildly popular for a long time and have a fantastic career, but ugh. (Actually I felt the same way about Chris Doughtry when he was on American Idol - I hated his vibrato - but I love him now and love the Doughtry album. So there may be a chance that Adam will grow on me, but for now, I don't think so.)

Kris Allen: "Ain't No Sunshine". Kris is growing on me. I think he always seems to be himself and brings his own style to whatever he does. The first week I thought he didn't stand out enough, but he's doing great. I loved his performance. I can easily see him having a great career. Simon "Your best performance so far."

My predictions for the bottom three tomorrow: Anoop, Megan and Scott. But as for who will go home - it's really a toss up for me. What do you think???

American Idol - What's up with the Lip Syncing?

With over 36 million votes from last night it seems American Idol is still going strong.

But what was up with the lip-syncing for the opening number. Totally cheesy. I wonder if they are just preparing the contestants for future concerts (jk). I don't know if they were trying to use "studio" recording rather than live or if it was using the old mikes or what. But wow - it was BAD and completely obvious! I was NOT impressed!

Was anyone else bugged besides me? (Please sound off about lip-syncing on American Idol!)

Is it okay to tout a "live" competition but have it succumb to the lip sync crutch? Why? Why would they even try it? It's obvious the contestants didn't know how to "hide" their mouths against their mikes - and so poorly executed. Why did they just not sing live? Was it for the sound quality of a group performing in a huge venue?

Anyway, on to the recap...

The bottom three: Matt Giraud (wow, I was surprised by this one. If it had been week 1 or 2 then I might have agreed, but I thought he was proving himself the past few weeks). Michael Sarver (predicted this one). Scott MacIntyre. Wow - I actually thought that between Scott and Megan - it would have been Megan in the bottom three.

And I'm sure I'll be run out of town on this one but I thought the duet between Joss Stone and Smokey Robinson was terrible. They were each okay singing individually, but together it felt like a mess. Perhaps it was the combination or the version mix but I did not like it at all!

The bottom 2: They sent Scott MacIntryre back to safety. And then it was down to Michael and Matt. Kind of a surprising bottom 2.

STEVIE WONDER! Wahoo! I love Stevie Wonder. There is no one else like him! Loved the medley he performed.

So the American Idol contestant going home is....

Michael Sarver. (Good bye and good luck!) I like Michael and wish him the best. Best quote of the night: (Michael) "I have to sing after Stevie, oh crap!" :)

Finally - American Idol Top 10 Recap

So I finally got the chance to review American Idol from Last night (while I'm TiVo-ing the results show from tonight). We'll see how well I can do. :)

American Idol celebrates Motown!

Matt Giraud: "Let's Get it On". I loved Matt's version of the song. Very soulful. I think he is really starting to shine. The first week or two I wondered if he would stand out enough, but tonight he really did Motown justice.

Kris Allen: "How Sweet It Is". He's pretty good, and I think his performance will get him through another week. But I don't think he stands out enough as an individual to get to the top 5.

Scott MacIntyre: "You Can't Hurry Love". Okay, so I've really tried to take the best I could from Scott's performances, but I just have a hard time listening to him. I would never buy an album that he did - it's just the tone/quality of his voice that I don't love. But I know a few people who really love listening - so obviously it's just personal taste. He's talented, but just not my taste.

Megan Joy: "For Once in My Life". Honestly, I thought the song was a mess. All of the judges agreed. I wasn't sure if she has a cold or if it was too low for her, but it did not work at all. She is so different but I wonder if people will relate to her style in comparison with some of the others. I know people who love her the most, but some comments I've received indicate that others really think she is terrible. It's probably either a love or hate thing. I did agree with the judges that she's at risk and since she's been in the bottom before, I think she may be going home tomorrow (tonight).

Anoop Desai: "Ooh Baby Baby". I just thought the song was way too slow and I got bored and wanted to fast forward. He can sing well, but I didn't like the song choice for him at all - especially in this venue. You either need energy or tons of emotion to connect with the audience. He just did the song well, but no real connection for me.

Michael Sarver: "Ain't To Proud to Beg". I like Michael but I don't think he's an American Idol star. I'm afraid his performances the past couple of weeks have kind of been messy, just singing, rather than really shining.

Lil Rounds: "Heat Wave". Wow - what's up with the hair? I'm sure it was a throw back to the original Motown stylings along with the outfit, but wo... I think Lil can really sing well. I'm sure she'll have a career after American Idol is over, but I'm not loving her lately. I think she's kind of lost her own individual identity. I don't see her in a specific niche and that's a problem for this kind of competition.

Adam Lambert: "The Tracks of My Tears". Wo - again with the hair on this show. I know I've commented before that I felt that Adam was hiding behind his hair. He was not hiding tonight. I liked seeing his face much better - but it did not feel at all like what you would expect from "Adam Lambert". Even the song choice was very different. I'm wondering how Adam fans will respond to the performance. I don't like his style AT ALL - and tonight didn't change my opinion. I just don't think there is an emotional connection between him and the music and the audience. But obviously many people feel differently than I do. I didn't like the song choice or performance, but that's just me. The judges all gush over him - and I don't get it. And his responses to the judges comments do not feel genuine to me. It feels like the "polite and expected thank you". Okay - enough of that. He will obviously have a huge career but I won't be rushing out to buy his album.

Danny Gokey: "Get Ready". Perma grin for me! I love Danny! He just connects with the music and has a huge soul. He has the coolest voice. Even though the song choice was not my favorite - I wish he would have had a huge shining moment in the song - but the whole thing was just upbeat and fun rather than having a building climax. But I still loved it. Gasp "clumsy and amateurish" from Simon. What?!? It's obvious that Simon is pulling for Adam to win the whole competition. (Just like I'm pulling for Danny -- to each his own.)

Allison Iraheta: "Papa Was a Rolling Stone". She still has a cool rocker voice. For sure she is going to have a great and successful album (if she gets the right direction on the songs to include). She's still not my favorite and I thought the song choice was rambling and didn't blow me away. But she's so unique I think her fan base will keep her around.

So my predictions about the bottom three: I think Megan Joy, Michael Sarver will for sure be in the bottom 2, and the third will either be Scott MacIntyre, or Anoop Desai. I predict Megan Joy will go home.

Okay - so now I'm posting - and then I'll watch the results show and see how well I did. :) Fun...

American Idol Goes Country

I think some of the American Idol contestants will do very well singing country. I'm not sure how Adam Lambert will twist a country song to his style, but I feel sure he'll do it. Anyway, here are my reviews from tonight's American Idol show.

Michael Sarver: Garth Brooks "Ain't Goin' Down". I just don't think anyone can do a Garth Brooks song justice. There is only one Garth! It was kind of a mess for me although Michael looked like he was having fun.

Allison Iraheta: Patty Loveless "Blame it on Your Heart". Even though she is not my favorite, I think Allison did a very good job. I predict she'll be around for quite a while and although she won't win the competition, she will go on to have a great music career.

Kris Allen: Garth Brooks "To Make You Feel My Love". I actually really liked the way Kris performed the song (except for the last note). But again, no one can really compete with Garth. However, it was different enough that I thought it was good.

Lil Rounds: Martina McBride "Independence Day". So her performance was good, but it is fairly evident that some people just are not made to sing country music. I think if she had put her own R&B spin on the song, perhaps it would have been better - making it her own, rather than just singing it okay. (I did think it was funny that Simon couldn't get her name right and kept calling her "little".) LOL.

Adam Lambert: Johnny Cash "Ring of Fire" He just comes across as being cocky for me. I loved Randy Travis' reaction to Adam's nail polish and the version of the song. Oh my heck, what a strange version of the song. I wonder how Johnny Cash would respond to that! Obviously it was Adam's style. I did not like it AT ALL. But he will have a fan base. Simon's comments: "What the hell was that?" LOL. "Indulgent rubbish, and horrific." I actually was glad Simon was vocal about not liking it and his response was priceless.

Scott MacIntyre: Martina McBride "Wild Angels". He does a pretty good job and the song was okay. It just didn't seem to be something that was spectacular. He is likeable and his responses back to the judges was nicely done. I know people who love him, but he's not my favorite.

Alexis Grace: Dolly Parton "Jolene". She can sing well, but I thought the song was really boring and repetitive. I'm not sure if she'll be around for next week, and the audience reaction was polite.

Danny Gokey: Carrie Underwood "Jesus Take the Wheel". Brought tears to my eyes. He truly has a gift of expression in his music. I loved it!!!! Still my favorite! Can't wait until he has an album. And the audience reaction went on and on.

Anoop Desai: Willie Nelson "You're Always on My Mind". Anoop did a great job. It was much better than last week. His response to the positive feedback from the judges was a little over-confident and may hurt him.

Megan Joy: "I Go Walking After Midnight". She is so unique. I like her, but because she is so different I'm not sure she'll get enough of the main-stream voters. She is certainly talented and a cute girl. (Did she change her name this week? Last week she was going by Megan Joy Corkrey.) Even being sick, she did great.

Matt Giraud: Carrie Underwood "So Small". He sang very well. I like him. Not sure what else I can say about him.

My dream would be that Adam Lambert would be eliminated this week based on his performance. But obviously he won't go home. But I think those at risk are Michael Sarver and Lil Rounds, and perhaps Megan Joy or Anoop. It's hard to say at this point. It will be fun to see. Who do you think will be eliminated next?